Shantinatha temple, Ramtek
Jain temple in the state of Maharashtra From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Jain temple in the state of Maharashtra From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Shantinatha temple, Ramtek is a major Jain tirth (pilgrimage site) in the Indian state of Maharashtra, located between the villages of Ramtek in Nagpur district.
| Shantinatha temple, Ramtek | |
|---|---|
 Shantinatha temple | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Jainism |
| Sect | Digambara |
| Deity | Shantinatha |
| Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
| Governing body | Digambar Jain Parwar Mandir Trust |
| Location | |
| Location | Ramtek, Maharashtra |
 Location within Maharashtra | |
| Geographic coordinates | 21°24′20″N 79°19′47.4″E |
| Architecture | |
| Date established | 11th century |
| Temple(s) | 9 |
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Shantinatha temple is situated near the Fort and Rama temple. The temple was constructed in the 11th—12th century. The temple has undergone renovations, and new shrines were added to the temple complex. The temple is a yellow sandstone structure and is considered an excellent example of North Indian architecture.[1][2] The main shrine houses an 4 metres (13 ft) idol of Shantinatha.[3] The sub-shrines were erected in 18th—19th century by an accountant serving in the court of House of Bhonsle during the reign of Raghoji I Bhonsle. The temple Complex Premise includes Pratibhasthali, Sant Bhavan, Manastambha. [2][4]
The temple also has a dharamshala equipped with modern facilities, including a bhojanalaya (restaurant).[5]
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